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Cacao Mousse

By Chef Linda

This recipe stands alone in its ability to satisfy the chocoholic in all of us. Traditional chocolate mousse typically calls for heavy cream and egg yolks. Our Cacao Mousse uses avocado as the main ingredient (that's right, avocado!) which is said to help reduce bad (LDL) cholesterol and raise good (HDL) cholesterol. Avocado is higher in potassium than bananas and can offer protection against breast and prostate cancer according to research. And if all that wasn't good enough, avocados have a high concentration of lutein which can help protect against cataracts and macular degeneration. Cacao is the fruit and bean from which chocolate is made. Regular cocoa powder has been treated and heated, and as a result, many health benefits have been lost, but it's a fine stand-in if you don't have cacao; it will still taste rich and delicious. Raw cacao is super-high in antioxidants, iron, and magnesium. Wonderfully creamy, deeply rich and flavorful, and all these health benefits...it's the perfect feel-good recipe!

Cacao Mousse

YIELDS
6 (1/2 cup) servings

INGREDIENTS

 3 large, ripe avocados, pitted

 10 pitted dates, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes

 1 cup real maple syrup

 ½ cup cacao or cocoa powder

 Pinch of ground cinnamon

 2 teaspoons vanilla

 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

 2 teaspoons gluten-free tamari soy sauce

 ½ teaspoon instant coffee (optional)

 Dark, dairy-free chocolate bar, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

1

Place all ingredients, except the chocolate bar, in a food processor and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness. Chill for about an hour. Shave dark chocolate on top with a vegetable peeler and serve.

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CategoryDesserts/Treats, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Peanut FreeTags#kid-friendly

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